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Amsterdam

North Holland, Kingdom of the Netherlands

Local time09:04 Sunrise08:07 Sunset18:44 Elevation-2 m
Photo: Fabienkhan Cropped by Nicholasjf21 · CC BY-SA 2.5
Weather

When is the best time to visit Amsterdam?

Average high and low for every month, with rainfall below. The current month is highlighted.

0° 5° 10° 15° 20° 25° 6° 1° 66 Jan 7° 1° 55 Feb 10° 3° 52 Mar 14° 5° 40 Apr 18° 9° 54 May 20° 11° 65 Jun 23° 14° 82 Jul 22° 13° 99 Aug 19° 11° 84 Sep 15° 8° 87 Oct 10° 5° 85 Nov 7° 2° 82 Dec mm
Cold (high ≤ 8 °C) Cool Mild Warm Rain (mm)

The climate in numbers

Warmest month 23° July
Coldest month 1° February
Wettest month 99mm August
Rain per year 851mm
Rainy days per year 133
Sunshine hours per year 1,780

Averages for 1991–2020 measured at the Amsterdamschipholap weather station, 8 km away. Source: World Meteorological Organization climate normals.

MonthHighLowRainRainy days Sunshine hours Daylight
January 6.2 °C 1.2 °C 66 mm 12.2 69 8.2 h
February 6.9 °C 1.0 °C 55 mm 10.8 94 10.0 h
March 10.1 °C 2.8 °C 52 mm 9.7 146 11.8 h
April 14.3 °C 5.2 °C 40 mm 8.6 198 13.9 h
May 17.8 °C 8.6 °C 54 mm 8.9 231 15.7 h
June 20.3 °C 11.3 °C 65 mm 9.7 217 16.8 h
July 22.5 °C 13.5 °C 82 mm 10.9 225 16.3 h
August 22.4 °C 13.4 °C 99 mm 11.6 204 14.7 h
September 19.2 °C 11.0 °C 84 mm 10.9 154 12.7 h
October 14.7 °C 7.7 °C 87 mm 12.4 117 10.7 h
November 10.0 °C 4.5 °C 85 mm 13.4 67 8.8 h
December 6.9 °C 1.9 °C 82 mm 14.1 58 7.7 h
What to pack

What to wear in Amsterdam

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Day15 °C Night8 °C Rain87 mm

October in Amsterdam: cool, with highs of 15 °C and lows of 8 °C. Bring something warm for the evening.

Base layer T-shirt and a long-sleeve shirt
Warm layer Light sweater for the evening
Jacket Light windbreaker
Shoes Closed, water-resistant shoes
Folding umbrella

Based on each month's average weather. Pack your everyday basics too.

Typical souvenirs

What to buy in Amsterdam

Researched in October 2026
  • Aged Gouda cheeseDutch cheese is the top recommended souvenir. Aged wheels and wedges come vacuum-packed for travel.
    WhereCheese shops in the Nine Streets and markets
    No reliable price data

    Sources: amsterdamtourism.org · city-hotel.nl

  • StroopwafelsThese are thin waffle cookies filled with caramel syrup, typical of the Netherlands. They are best fresh.
    WhereStreet markets and supermarkets
    No reliable price data

    Sources: amsterdamtourism.org · city-hotel.nl

  • Delft Blue potteryBlue-and-white pottery is a classic Dutch symbol. It ranges from small plates to collector pieces.
    WherePottery and antique shops
    No reliable price data

    Sources: amsterdamtourism.org · city-hotel.nl

  • JeneverThis is the traditional Dutch gin. Pack it in checked luggage.
    WhereDistillery tasting houses and liquor shops
    No reliable price data

    Sources: amsterdamtourism.org · city-hotel.nl

We don't recommend specific shops: we tell you what to look for and in what kind of place. Prices change often; use them as a rough guide.

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